Economy Powder-Free Blue Vinyl Gloves
Cost-effective blue vinyl gloves commonly selected for food preparation and light-duty food handling tasks. 100 gloves per box, S/M/L/XL available.
View ProductFOOD HANDLING
Disposable Gloves for Food Handling & Catering
Blue and clear disposable vinyl and nitrile gloves, polythene aprons and hygiene consumables for food handling, food preparation, catering and hospitality environments.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Buyer Suitability Responsibility
Buyers are responsible for confirming that any glove or consumable is suitable for their specific food handling environment, food type and regulatory requirements. TC Medcare Supplies provides product information by item — buyers should review individual product pages and available datasheets, and carry out their own suitability checks before use in food handling environments.
GLOVES FOR FOOD ENVIRONMENTS
Which Gloves Are Used in Food Handling?
Disposable vinyl and nitrile gloves are both used in food handling environments across the UK. The choice of material typically depends on the task, the food type, regulatory requirements, and the level of dexterity and protection required.
- Blue gloves — widely preferred in food environments where visual contamination detection is important (a blue glove fragment is more easily detected in food than a clear or skin-toned glove)
- Clear vinyl gloves — commonly selected for light-duty food preparation tasks at a lower cost per box
- Nitrile gloves — a more durable option where grip or chemical contact is a factor
WHAT WE SUPPLY
- Economy Powder-Free Blue Vinyl Gloves — 100 per box
- Economy Powder-Free Clear Vinyl Gloves — 100 per box
- Economy Blue Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves — 100 per box
- Superior Blue Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves — 100 per box
- Disposable polythene aprons — flat-packed and on a roll
- All gloves: powder-free, Latex-Free
- S / M / L / XL sizes available
PRODUCTS
Recommended Products for Food Environments
Buyers should confirm product suitability for their specific food handling use before purchase.
Economy Powder-Free Clear Vinyl Gloves
Clear vinyl gloves for routine food handling, catering and light-duty preparation tasks. 100 gloves per box, S/M/L/XL available.
View ProductEconomy Blue Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves
Blue nitrile for food environments where greater durability and grip are required. Powder-free, Latex-Free. 100 gloves per box.
View ProductDisposable Aprons
Polythene disposable aprons for food preparation and catering hygiene protection. Available flat-packed and on a roll.
View ApronsCOMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked by Food Handling Buyers
Why are blue gloves commonly preferred in food environments?
Blue disposable gloves are widely preferred in food preparation environments because a blue fragment is more visually detectable against most food products than clear or skin-toned gloves, which can support visual contamination checks. Buyers should confirm whether their food safety procedures or local regulations specify a glove colour requirement.
Should we use vinyl or nitrile gloves for food handling?
Both vinyl and nitrile gloves are used in food environments. Vinyl is generally more cost-effective and suitable for light-duty food handling. Nitrile provides greater durability, grip and chemical resistance, and may be preferred for more demanding food tasks. Buyers should confirm product suitability for their specific use. See our Glove Comparison Guide for a full breakdown.
Can we order high volumes of food handling gloves in case quantities?
Yes. Use our bulk quote request form for large or repeat orders. Include your product type, size breakdown and monthly or quarterly volume and we will respond with pricing and availability within 24 hours.
Do you provide product information or datasheets for the gloves?
Yes. Datasheets are available for most products and can be downloaded from the individual product page, or requested via our documentation request form. Buyers should review product information and confirm suitability before use in food handling environments.
ORDER OR ENQUIRE
Food Handling Gloves & Consumables
Order online or request a bulk quote for larger, repeat and catering-volume requirements.